The recent Made in the USA class action against Bigelow Teas reveals risks for other San Diego and California businesses who market products that are “Made in the USA”. The case recently certified a class of plaintiffs in the Central District of California case against R.C. Bigelow, Inc. in which...
Class Action Defense for San Diego and Southern California Organic Mislabeling Cases
The Watkins Firm provides class action defense for San Diego and Southern California organic mislabeling cases and associated disputes. Federal laws and California state laws appear to be quite specific when it comes to the definition of “organic.” However, there are many steps required for growers and producers of agricultural, meat...
Made in the USA Lawsuits and Class Action Defense
Has your company been accused of violating California’s Made in the USA law? The Watkins Firm has decades of experience with Made in the USA lawsuits and class action defense in San Diego and Southern California. California’s Made in the USA law was significantly relaxed a few years ago to come...
Defending Class Actions for Organic Products in California
The Watkins Firm has extensive experience defending class actions for organic products in California. California has very specific laws concerning agricultural, food and dairy products which can be labeled as “organic.” The labeling of food as “organic” is governed by the Federal Organic Foods Production Act of 1990, as well as the...
False Claims and Labeling Defense in San Diego
The Watkins Firm has decades of experience with fraudulent false claims and labeling defense in San Diego and Southern California. Our skilled and expert attorneys employ proven business litigation and class action defense strategies to protect your interests and eliminate substantial contingent liabilities. Labeling claims often involve challenges to a...
Strategies to Defend a San Diego Class Action Lawsuit
The Watkins Firm has proven strategies to defend a San Diego class action lawsuit and protect the financial and business interests of our clients. Our firm has defended employers, business owners and corporate interests for decades here in San Diego. Our unique approach to litigation combined with our skill and...
You Can Prevent a Class Action Lawsuit in San Diego
Did you know you can prevent a class action lawsuit in San Diego before it happens? What should you do if you are being threatened with a class action lawsuit? The experienced class action defense attorneys at the Watkins Firm work with our clients to prevent a class action lawsuit...
Recent Dog Food Case Highlights Made in the USA Class Action Risks
A recent dog food case highlights Made in the USA class action risks for San Diego and Southern California businesses. The class action against a California manufacturer of dog and cat treats was filed last year in the Eastern District of California. The lawsuit alleged that the pet treats were...